THE HOLD HARMLESS AGGREEMENT MUST BE SIGNED OR THE APPLICATION WILL BE RETURNED TO YOU Return Applications by FAX to 925-754-5020, For Questions Call

Ken Turnage, 925-250-0400 or Email Applications to: k2gc@comcast.net, Fax # 925-754-5020

Antioch Fourth of July Parade

Parade Application

July 4, 2018 Downtown Antioch ReturnNo Later than July 1, 2018. Parade start time is 11:00 a.m. West 2nd Street and E Street

Parade instructions will be mailed or e-mailed when application is received and reviewed.

Please report to check in at 3rd and H Street prior to 9:30 a.m.

Circle Category you plan to enter:

1.Scouts 2.Civic-Community service 3.Patriotic Entry-military oriented 4.Commercial Entry-for profit 5.Entertainment Entry performances 6. Cultural-costumed 7.Musical-Instrumental 8.Clubs 9.Youth/Children (non-scout) 10.Dance/Gymnastics 11.Public Officials

Entry Name:______________________________________________________________

Contact Person:___________________________________________________________

Phone (Home):_____-_____-_____(Cell)___-_____-_____

Address:_________________________________________________________________

City/State/Zip Code_________________________________________________________

Number of Units_______ Please list each unit____________________________________

Your email address is requested here for prompt confirmation and correspondence:

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Give Entry Bio:

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Describe Entry:

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# of people in Entry_______ Vehicles? Y___ N___ Total Length of Entry:_______ in Feet

Hold Harmless Agreement In consideration of the acceptance of this application, the Applicant agrees to release and hold the City of Antioch, Kiwanis Club of the Delta-Antioch, Celebrate Antioch Foundation and the parade committee, their directors, members and employees harmless, and to promptly indemnify same form and against any and all claims, actions, damages, liability of every type and nature, including all costs and legal expenses incurred by the applicant or any other party, by reason of any activity arising under or in connection with the Applicant’s participation in the Fourth of July Parade and/or celebration, including the loss of life, personal injury and/or damage to property arising from or out of any occurrence, omission or activity relation to such participation. In the event the City of Antioch, Kiwanis Club of the Delta-Antioch, Celebrate Antioch Foundation or parade committee shall be made a party to any litigation commenced by or against the Applicant, then the Applicant shall proceed and hold the Kiwanis Club of the Delta - Antioch, City of Antioch, Celebrate Antioch Foundation, and the parade committee, harmless and shall pay all costs, expenses and reasonable attorney’s fees incurred or paid by them in connection with such litigation. In signing below, I verify that in consideration of your accepting this entry, I intend to be legally bound hereby for myself, my heirs, executors and administrators, waive and release any and all rights I may have against Kiwanis Club of the Delta- Antioch, City of Antioch, Celebrate Antioch Foundation, and all other associated sponsors, promoters and agents for any and all injuries suffered by me in the conjunction with and/or arising in and out of my travelling to, participation in, and returning from the Holiday DelitesEvent and Parade. Signature_________________________________________________________Title_____________________________Date___________________________

PARADE ENTRY NUMBER_____________

Fourth of July Parade, Wednesday July 4, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. Downtown Antioch

PARADE RULES:

1. Entry forms must be received by July 1, 2018 2. Parade assembly time – 9:30 a.m. July 4, 2018 3. All units not in position at assembly time will be reassigned to the end of the line. 4. Parade starts promptly at 11:00 a.m. 5. Separate entry forms must be submitted for each entry 6. Entrants must be in full control of animals and vehicles at all times. 7. Please maintain forward motion once parade begins. 8. Please do not throw, discard or spray objects from your unit on the parade route. 9. Entrants with sound or unusual noise must indicate on the entry form 10. All entry performances are to remain under 2 minutes in front of the judges. 11. Parents, please do not crowd the judges’ table. 12. Individual cars O.K but no car clubs

CLASSIFICATION/CATEGORIES: Please read and select the correct classification of entry.

PARADE ROUTE: Assemble begins at West 2nd Street and E Street to I Street. Parade will proceed down 2nd Street. Our parade will start at 11:00 a.m. at West 2nd Street and E Street to I Street, around City Hall to 3rd Street and return to the dirt lot at 3rd and D Street.

EMAILING ADDRESS:k2gc@comcast.net

PARADE CATEGORIES:

CLASS 1. Scout Groups: This category will include all levels of youth scouting groups. Judges will pay particular attention to the presentation of the group including uniforms and message.

CLASS 2. Civic Entry: This category will include entrants usually identified with community service. Examples may include but are not limited to: Library, Animal Services, Police/Fire Services, special districts, hospitals, museums, schools, city services, transit districts, and other non profit or charity organizations. The judges will consider presentation, creativity, and message for the award criteria.

CLASS 3. Patriot Entry: This category will consist of entrants expressing a Patriotic theme as their focal message. Entrants may include veterans groups, color guards, active duty units from any of the U.S. armed services, military marching bands, or any public entrant identifying with the Patriotic theme as its primary messages. Judges may consider presentation, uniforms, and talent.

CLASS 4. Commercial Entry: This category will consist of entries, which primarily advertise “for profit” products or services to the community. Entrants with presentations, which substantially exceed the advertising theme, may be represented under other categories. Judges may consider costumes, signs, float/vehicle, theme content, or any other appealing aspect of the presentation.

CLASS 5. Entertainment Entry: This category will include all entertainment entries. Including vocalist, jugglers, clowns, dancers, acrobats, magicians, (group or soloist), or humorists, equestrians, or other entertainment oriented acts, including other animal entries. Judges may consider talent, poise, and overall appeal of the entrant, in their selection.

CLASS 6. Cultural Entry: This category will include entries, which exhibit other cultures in a positive manner. Judges may consider costumes, music, cultural dances, float/vehicle, and the overall presentation of the entry. This category is not intended to include the theme of “life style cultures.”

CLASS 7. Musical-Instrumental: This category will include entries which will display all bands, musical groups, marching bands, which are mainly the “musical sound,” but which also convey an upbeat sound to parade viewers. Judges may consider the music, uniforms, costumes, creativity, teamwork and synchronization.

CLASS 8. Club Entry: This category can include any organized “hobby” group or enthusiasts, such as: car/motorcycle clubs, or other clubs who fit in the “not for profit” description. Judges may consider presentation, interest, and uniqueness (such as vintage cars, bikes, cycles, etc.), as well as other aspects of the club.

CLASS 9. Youth Entry: (non Scout Group): This category will include any youth group entries, which do not fall under the descriptions of other categories. The sole focus of this category is “participation in the parade.” Judges may consider costumes, props, vehicles, creativity, smiles, and overall cuteness of the entry.

CLASS 10. Dance/Gymnastics: This category will include 5 year olds and under. Although no particular presentation is necessary, judges may consider decoration, costume, style, theme, talent, or any other appealing aspect of the entry.

CLASS 11. Public Officials: This category features elected politicians, senators, mayors, council members, and any other elected public officials. This category will not be judged.